Product Manager – Procurement Solutions

About the role

The Product Manager for Procurement Solutions will own a digital product within BASF's Global Digital Services. Reporting to the procurement function, the role drives the product’s vision, strategy and roadmap to deliver sustainable business value and support BASF’s digital transformation.

Key responsibilities

• Own product vision, strategy and roadmap aligned with Global Digital Services and procurement objectives.
• Manage the full product lifecycle from ideation through build, run, optimisation and retirement.
• Prioritise features and releases based on value, risk, cost, quality, compliance and sustainability considerations.
• Maintain transparency on product status, roadmap, risks and decisions within GD governance.
• Serve as the primary interface between business stakeholders and IT, collaborating with architects, security, compliance, finance, procurement and platform teams.
• Lead and develop the product team, fostering accountability, collaboration and high performance.
• Translate product strategy into clear objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement using business feedback and performance metrics.

Required profile

• Proven experience in digital product management, preferably in procurement or supply‑chain contexts.
• Strong ability to align product strategy with broader business and digital transformation goals.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across business and technical teams.
• Leadership experience in building and developing high‑performing product teams.
• Commitment to talent development, coaching and succession planning.

Required skills